The Dunlop Geomax MX31replaces its tried-and-true D773 tire, specifically designed for really soft terrain such as sand or mud. Similarly to the Geomax MX51, the MX31 uses a stiffer carcass and sidewall for improved stability and cornering bite. A new tread pattern shares some features found on the MX51 such as larger reinforced tread blocks as well as the optimized block distribution in the middle and side parts of the tire. Since the MX31 is designed for use on the softest terrain you can find, the tread blocks taper to a smaller point which allows the knob to penetrate through soft surface layers and grab the firmer ground beneath.

After his first ride on them, Supercross Lites East champion Trey Canard called the Geomax, "like a 756 on steroids." Other pro riders, like Andrew Short have been running the new generation Dunlop tires at the races for a few years now. They're sold on them – but how about us mere mortals?

The soft, wet soil at Perris Raceway for Dunlop's ride day was like wallpaper glue and to be honest, even an chunked-up desert tire probably would have stuck like velcro. So our testing will continue before we officially report on the Geomax's performance. At this point, so far so good, and we can say that they feel a lot like D756's – which, as we all know, is damn good!